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Researchers use math, maps to plot malaria elimination plan

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Two University of Florida researchers and their international colleagues have used mathematical models and maps to estimate the feasibility of eliminating malaria from countries that have the deadliest form of the disease.

Filed under Health, Research on Friday, October 29, 2010.

UF trustee endows professorship to improve health care

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A gift of $2 million from Dr. Steven and Rebecca Scott will endow a professorship in the University of Florida’s department of chemistry to help UF scientists develop advancements that will improve health care for all people.

Filed under Health, Research on Monday, October 18, 2010.

UF study: emotional effects of heavy combat can be lifelong for veterans

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The trauma from hard combat can devastate veterans until old age, even as it influences others to be wiser, gentler and more accepting in their twilight years, a new University of Florida study finds.

Filed under Health, Research on Wednesday, October 6, 2010.